IT Engineer, Systems Engineer Collaboration/eMail - DIT / UMD, JR102939

Position title:   IT Engineer, Systems Engineer Collaboration/eMail 
Position #: JR102939

This position is available within the University of Maryland’s Division of Information Technology (DIT).

The position of Systems Engineer requires expertise in solution development, scripting, analysis, implementation, and operational support of the various communications technologies used within the Division of Information Technology. The Engineer will work collaboratively to provide integration services for systems such as mail relays, Cisco Email Security Appliance (ESA), Listserv, bulk mail and collaboration tools (such as Cisco Spark, Webex and others) with existing systems, such as the phone system and G Suite. Knowledge of email systems is required, as is in-depth knowledge of mail forwards, spam prevention, DMARC and data loss mitigation as well as email related network protocols (SMTP, IMAP, POP, RFC 2822, RFC 5321), UNIX, IRC tools and adeptness with authorization and authentication integrations with AD and LDAP based directory authentication protocols, SAML and CAS.

This position is considered essential and may be required to work at the normal work location or an alternative location during a major catastrophic event, weather emergency, or other operational emergency to help maintain the continuity of University services.

Physical Demands:  Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures;  transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:  Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience:  Three (3) years of professional information technology experience.

Other:  Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Knowledge of network infrastructure and network hardware.
Skill in troubleshooting.
Skill in verbal and written communication.
Skill in organization and documentation.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to be customer service orientated.
Ability to analyze and resolve complex technical issues.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Additional Job Details:  
* Required Application Materials: Resume, Cover Letter, List of References
* Best Consideration Date: December 8, 2025
* Open Until Filled: Yes
* Salary Range:  $114,160.00-$136,992.00
 
* Please apply at  https://umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UMCP/details/IT-Engineer--Systems-Engineer-Collaboration-eMail_JR102939?q=JR102939
* Please note that all positions within the Division of Information Technology (DIT) have an in person component with expected time in our College Park, MD location per week. Telework is not a guaranteed work arrangement.
Visa Sponsorship Information:
* DIT will not sponsor the successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or in the future.
* F1 STEM OPT support is not available for this position.
Job Risks:  Not Applicable to This Position
Financial Disclosure Required:  No. For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.
Department:   DIT-EE- Systems & Networking

Worker Sub-Type:  Staff Regular
Benefits Summary:  For more information on Regular Exempt benefits, select this link.
Background Checks:  Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Employment Eligibility:  The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization.  Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
EEO Statement:  The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

Salary/Compensation: $114,160 - $136,992 per year

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